Description

3-Bromomethylbenzoic Acid Phenylmethyl Ester is a high-purity organic intermediate of significant importance in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block, enabling the precise introduction of functionalized benzyl groups into complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for developing active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and organic transformations.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of monomers and functional polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing tagged molecules and probes for studying biological pathways and mechanisms.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis projects requiring bromomethyl and ester functionalities.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromomethylbenzoic Acid Phenylmethyl Ester
CAS No.	1214720-34-9
Molecular Formula	C15H13BrO2
Molecular Weight	305.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzyl 3-(Bromomethyl)benzoate; m-(Bromomethyl)benzoic Acid Benzyl Ester; 3-(Bromomethyl)benzoic Acid Phenylmethyl Ester; Benzyl m-(Bromomethyl)benzoate; (3-Bromomethyl)benzoic Acid Benzyl Ester; Benzyl Ester of 3-Bromomethylbenzoic Acid; BMB-Benzyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Bromomethylbenzoic Acid Phenylmethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC analysis, to ensure high purity and consistent lot-to-lot quality. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.